1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Baja |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |